Forerunner 245 Music vs Vivoactive 4 - Garmin Smartwatch Feature Comparison and Review

Trying to decide between the Garmin Forerunner 245 / 245 Music and the Garmin Vivoactive 4? In this comparison and review we look at the differences between the Garmin Forerunner 245 and Garmin Vivoactive 4. The Forerunner 245 and Vivoactive 4 are very similar but there are several differences worth noting. Hopefully this review and overview helps you in your decision between these two awesome watches.


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In this Garmin Vivoactive 4 / Garmin Forerunner 245 Review and Comparison I cover the following:

00:46 - Design and build differences
03:14 - Heart rate sensor and charging connector
03:37 - Differences in battery life
05:17 - Key feature differences
05:46 - Available activities
06:47 - Workouts and Interval Training
07:12 - Run Settings
08:43 - GPS Settings
09:06 - Other feature differences
09:54 - Navigation

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[chrisandrew_tv]

The 6 hour GPS stat is WITH music on, it is about 3 times longer without music playing. For those finding this video recently, a lot of the stated differences in functionality no longer hold true with firmware updates that have been delivered.

[usertutubo]

Nice video! However, notice that the Running Dynamics data can only be used if you pair the 245 with an external pod or HR strap.

[sensovision]

Thanks for the review! you've told to check the description to learn about how to track hiking but I can't find anything, I wonder if you have that info anywhere? Thanks again!

[adeelsaeed]

Very nice review ! Definitely goin to buy forerunner as I specifically want a watch for running purpose solely

[gaurangmanchanda]

Thanks for the video. Does the forerunner 245 have training status/ load / effect metrics for body weight / gym based / crossfit exercises. I read it's there for running only. Correct me if I am wrong.

[KevinGordilloArchive]

It would be really cool to see the in app differences of these two! I would totally geek out to a video showing the user interface and stats each of these watches give.

Is there a difference in the data the 245 gives over the VA4?

Does the 245 tell you how you can improve your running as well as optimal recovery stats that the VA4 does not? Or do both give the same data?

Would love to know if there is a difference! Cheers!!

[lesleypowell]

Thanks for the comparison but I think you neglected the core difference which is the Suggested Workouts in the 245 and the Recovery Time in the 245 that is not available on the VA4.

[aussiefreediver]

Awesome video! Which watch face is that? Looks great

[kanchanjagannathan]

Nice review. I just got the Vivoactive 4 and like it. Curious, what watch face is that. I like the interface of it. Would appreciate the info. Thanks!!

[alanbrotz]

I’m still having a hard time deciding between these. Would it be smarter to go for a fenix, or maybe the 945? Would either of those have the best of both worlds?

[invst_eth]

How long will last the battery life?! If i use it for indoor swim training 3 times in a week?
Also if i take my phone with me while walking, will it use my phone gps or it's personal gps for tracking distance i have walked?
Thanks in advance

Actually i think of getting the 40mm version!

[sarahrank]

I'm going from the 235 to the Vivoactive 4S. Thanks for the review!

[evamargje]

I'm really doubting on the Galaxy watch active 2 and the Vivoactive 4s because i want a proper smartwatch with good sport apps en health widgets

[danielmckay]

I am into adventure racing so it’s a mix of all sports including running, at the moment I use Strava and I’m wondering if it’s worth getting the vivoactive 4 because Strava does enough for me running wise I also run most days so I’m not to sure what to get

[onionbulb]

I am looking for a garmin watch for hiking and good gps can track my trail. I don't necessarily use the garmin map during the trail, but just would like to have all my trails track extracted in my computer. I am a beginner, do this for fun. And also want to record my gym, daily exercise, tennis etc. Which garmin would you suggest? Thanks

[JungleeJohnnie]

Thank you for the Video! Would like to know if I can save offline music from Amazon music app on vivo active 4, similar to forerunner 245 music (I do understand that there is storage on Vivoactive 4 for copying music from your laptop). But my question is specific to offline music from Amazon or spotify.

[anthonyrampino]

I do gym workouts, walking, hiking and will be getting into mountain biking. Which would you recommend out of these or is there another one that would work best? Thanks

[PacNorthOR]

Is that one of the preloaded watch faces?

[danieloherrick]

do you know the brightness rating (lumens) for each watch?

[sebastiand]

Boxing with a smartwatch on the wrist?